Ferrari F12berlinetta

The F12berlinetta not only ushers in a whole new generation of Prancing Horse 12-cylinders but is also the most powerful and high performance Ferrari ever built.

The F12berlinetta’s 200-bar, direct-injection 6262 cc 65° V12 delivers absolutely unprecedented performance for a naturally aspirated 12-cylinder engine in terms of both power and revs. It has a maximum power output of 740 CV at 8250 rpm, while its specific power output is 118 CV/l, a record for this kind of engine. Responsiveness and strong pick-up are assured by maximum torque of 690 Nm, 80 per cent of which is already on tap at 2500 rpm.

Exceptional strides have also been made with regard to fuel consumption and emissions both of which have been slashed by 30% to 15l/100 km and 350 g/km of CO2, making the F12berlinetta a benchmark for its reference segment.

Its wheelbase is also shorter, the engine and driver seat have been lowered and the rear in more compact thanks to the new suspension and gearbox layout. It is a shorter, lower and narrower car than the previous V12 coupé. Weight distribution is ideal too (54% at the rear) while the centre of gravity is lower and has been moved rearwards in the chassis.

Engine
Type: 65° V12
Bore/stroke: 3.7 x 2.96 in
Total capacity: 382.13 cu in
Compression ratio: 13.5:1
Maximum power **: 545 kW (740 CV) at 8250 rpm
Specific power output: 88 KW/ cu in
Maximum torque: 690 Nm at 6000 rpm
Maximum revs: 8700 rpm

Dimensions
Length: 181,8 in
Width: 76,5 in
Height: 50,1 in
Wheelbase: 107,1 in
Front track: 65,6 in
Rear track: 63,7 in
Dry weight*: 3362,0 lb
Kerb weight*: 3593,5 lb
Weight distribution: 46% front, 54% rear
Fuel tank: 24.3 US gal (20.2 UK/gal)
Front Tyres and rims: 255/35 ZR 20 9.5J
Rear Tyres and rims: 315/35 ZR 20 11.5J
CCM 3 brakes Front: 15,7 x 8,8 x 1,5 inch
CCM 3 brakes Rear: 14,2 x 9,2 x 1,3 inch
Gearbox: F1 dual-clutch 7-speed

Performances
Maximum speed: over 211 mph
0-100 km/h: 3.1 sec
0-200 km/h: 8.5 sec
Fuel consumption: Combined 15l/100 km
CO2 emissions: Combined 350 g/km

Note
* With lightweight options
** Engine power is expressed in kW, in accordance with
the International System of Units (SI) and in CV (1KW= 1.3596216 CV). With dynamic overboost

http://www.ferrari.com

Mazda Racing by MX-5

Depuis maintenant plus de 20 ans, le Mazda MX-5 est une référence dans le monde de l'automobile en incarnant le véhicule plaisir abordable.

Mais ce roadster sait faire parler de lui avec des séries très limitées et exclusives qui le rendent encore plus désirable. C'est le cas avec le Racing by MX-5 !

Seuls 25 exemplaires numérotés de Racing by MX-5 sont disponibles en France. Une chose est sûre, il n'y en aura peut être pas pour tout le monde…

Le Racing by MX-5 : c'est avant tout un style unique ; subtil mélange de sport et d'élégance.

Il se distingue notamment par une décoration spéciale du plus bel effet à l'aide de bandes grises/rouges ou encore par un toit rétractable et des rétroviseurs « noir brillant ». Pour renforcer ce côté « racing », cette édition limitée est aussi dotée d'un diffuseur arrière, de sorties d'échappement chromées de plus gros diamètre et de jantes alliage 17'' couleur « Gunmetal » affirmant son style sportif.

Une fois à bord, une ambiance exclusive attend l'heureux conducteur. La sellerie cuir, grise avec surpiqûres rouges, les cerclages rouges des contours d'aérateurs ou les tapis de sol spécifiques contrastent parfaitement avec le style extérieur et mettent en avant le côté 'chic' et 'Sport' de la série limitée Racing by MX-5 .

Sur la route, tout le plaisir d'un roadster léger à propulsion est bien là. Il est même décuplé par l'atmosphère créée par le Racing by MX-5 !

Grâce au moteur 2.0L 160 ch, à la suspension sport Bilstein® et au différentiel à glissement limité Torsen®, vous pourrez profiter pleinement de chaque instant à son volant.

Pour les 25 acquéreurs de cette exclusive série limitée, Mazda sera heureux d'offrir une superbe et très exclusive photographie signée et numérotée par le photographe DINGO .

Profitez des clichés et de la vidéo réalisés par Dingo, vous serez forcément séduit par cette nouvelle édition Racing by MX-5, résolument chic et sport!

www.mazda.fr

R.I.P. Sergio, we will miss you.

Cars enthousiast are mourning Sergio Pininfarina, born in september 1926 in Turin, as he died monday night, at the age 85.

Pininfarina's firm, founded in 1930 by his father, Battista "Pinin" Farina, who later changed the family name to Pininfarina, and based in Turin (Italy, Europe), was responsible for the Ferrari 250 and 500, the Dino, the Daytona, and a lot of other successful other brands cars (Alfa Romeo, Cadillac, Fiat, Lancia, Peugeot, Rolls-Royce, Volvo and more).

Sergio Pininfarina was named an Italian senator for life.

www.pininfarina.it

Vauxhall RAK e concept

www.vauxhall.co.uk

Holden Lion: All-new Colorado

Re-invented from the ground up. Colorado is designed to be distinctive at first glance, surround you with comfort and loads of style, deliver class leading 3.5 tonne towing capacity across the 2.8L range, and keep you and your cargo safe. As comfortable taking on the worksite as taking on the weekend, the all-new Colorado has whatever it takes to get the job done. Don’t Think. Don’t Hope. Do!

www.holden.com.au

HEICO SPORTIV: Green Racing is back

In 2012, HEICO SPORTIV is for the first time starting at the 24 Hour Race and other selected VLN races with a D5 engine powered by bio-diesel! The engine originates from Volvo in Sweden and was further developed by HEICO SPORTIV for use in long distance racing. HEICO’s latest sponsor is chemical group Evonik Industries. In its racing configuration, the engine generates around 300 hp and 600 Nm torque. The Volvo C30 D5 by HEICO SPORTIV will be celebrating its debut at the 40th ADAC 24 Hour Race (17 – 20 May) at the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife.

 

http://www.heicosportiv.de

BMW ActiveHybrid 5

BMW ActiveHybrid 5 due early 2012


Exterior design.
"A BMW has to show what you can experience with it. You have to be able to see and feel the character. The design makes a promise that is met during driving", says Adrian van Hooydonk, Head of BMW Group Design



Interior design.
A modern, self-confident interior of the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 welcomes its driver. Tight lines and taut surfaces structure the interior and impart a generous feeling of space.



Intelligent energy management.
The BMW ActiveHybrid 5 utilises next-generation hybrid technology. Interaction between the ECO PRO Mode and numerous additional measures from BMW EfficientDynamics ensures maximum efficiency – without compromising on the vehicle’s dynamic driving qualities.



Engine
Cylinders/valves: 6/4
Capacity in ccm: 2,979
Stroke/bore in mm: 89.6/84.0
System output in kW (hp) at 1/min: 250(340)/5,800
Max. torque in Nm at 1/min: 450/1,200-5,000
Compression ratio : 1/10.2

Honda Civic 2012

La nouvelle Honda Civic se dévoile à l'occasion du Salon de Francfort 2011.
Dessinée et développée spécialement en vue du marché européen, cette Civic sera proposée en version bi-corps à cinq portes et s'attaquera au segment C du marché. Elle sera visible dans les concessions européennes début 2012. Pratiquement tous ses composants de carrosserie ont été dessinés avec une attention particulière portée à la suspension et à la maniabilité, à la réduction des émissions de CO2 et à la qualité des finitions intérieures, tout en conservant une habitabilité et un volume de coffre de première catégorie ainsi que sa modularité unique. © Mark Bramley

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

Track-tuned suspension with Magnetic Ride
Sensors calculate pitch, roll, squat, dive and yaw, instantly adjusting the suspension's magnetic fluid to form the ideal damping pressure.

Brembo brakes, six-piston front, four-piston rear
ZL1's two-piece rotors are the largest yet fitted to a gen5 Camaro. Six-piston calipers in front and four-pistons at the rear secure the discs for excellent braking performance.

6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter
On the track, lap after lap, shifting is an instinct – an extension of your consciousness. ZL1's short-throw 6-speed gearbox offers an unfiltered connection to the heart of the machine.

Dual-mode exhaust
ZL1 monitors your driving style and automatically adjusts between two exhaust modes. At higher speeds, exhaust is routed through a less-restrictive path, increasing horsepower. At lower speeds, exhaust remains fully baffled for quieter operation and mellower street driving. All without having to turn a single wrench.

6.2L Supercharged V8 engine
Intercooled Eaton supercharger. All-aluminum V8 has 580 horsepower and 556 lb.-ft. of torque. Blinding acceleration, top-end performance and proven reliability coexist happily under the hood.

Aluminum hood with carbon fiber air extractor
To fully appreciate ZL1, you need a road course, the twistier the better. A track where its use of lightweight materials – aluminum hood with carbon fiber inserts – and downforce-inducing aerodynamics help Camaro ZL1 wring the full effects from its 6.2L supercharged V8.

Forged aluminum wheels and Goodyear 20" tires
It all comes down to the contact patch – ZL1's second-generation Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires (285/35R20 front, 305/35R20 rear) plant all four corners with exceptional grip. The forged aluminum wheels (20x10" front, 20x11" rear) reduce unsprung weight.

Unique front fascia and front splitter, rear diffuser, rear spoiler and side rocker extensions
The ZL1 shape is pure Camaro – and a breed apart. Unique body elements contribute usable downforce, allowing ZL1 to respond to course corrections even at intense speeds. Add details that even the diehards aren't expecting, and you've got a masterpiece with the performance to match.

Four-pack auxiliary gauges with boost readout and HUD
Everything you need to know about the Camaro's performance is a quick glance away. Plus ZL1's heads-up-display presents vital info right on the windshield so you can keep your eyes on the track and focus on the task at hand – like getting to the end of the straightaway with deliberate speed.

ROUSH 2012 Stage 3 Mustang

ROUSH is proud to introduce the 540hp 2012 Stage 3™ Mustang. The powertrain of this vehicle features the 5.0L 4-valve DOHC TiVCT engine further enhanced by the R2300 ROUSH supercharger, feeding 10psi of intercooled energy to the already robust Coyote engine. The ROUSHcharger increases the base horsepower from 412HP to an impressive 540HP. ROUSH stands behind this system with an impressive 3 year/36,000 mile full powertrain warranty.

Not only can you feel the power in your gut, but you can hear it with your ears. The innovative off-road ROUSH exhaust system featured with this vehicle explores the limit of how mean a car can sound, and given that the system has a unique hollow-chamber muffler design, the sound won't change over time like a conventional fiberglass packed exhaust would.

The performance of this behemoth doesn't stop with the engine. High-performance Cooper tires (2XS or utlra high performance RS3 tires) aid in acceleration, cornering, and safely bringing the car back down to zero MPH when necessary. The suspension system consists of finely tuned ROUSH front struts, rear shocks, front and rear springs, front and rear stabilizer bars, jounce bumpers, and anti-wheel hop kit.

A new feature of the 2012 ROUSH Stage 3 introduces is the color options package, allowing for personal customization of three different aesthetic elements of the car: 8 choices for the base vehicle color, 6 graphic colors, and 6 graphic accent colors. The result is an impressive 288 unique color combination possibilities. The ROUSH graphics used on the 2012 RS3 introduce metallic flaking into the automotive paint grade striping, providing a breathtakingly deep tone that looks more like custom paint that applied graphics.

Beyond the Stage 3’s paint and graphics, the color options continue with two paint options for the high performance brake calipers. The ever-popular ROUSH Red will continue to be a color option for the 4-piston, 14-inch rotor system, as will black painted cailpers of this system. The wheels of this vehicle also features new color options, with the all new 20-inch Hyper-Black or 20-inch Chrome Wheel selection. To check out all of these new paint colors, graphic accents, painted calipers and wheel options visit the new ROUSH Online Vehicle Configurator.

The RS3 comes fully-loaded with body styling upgrades, including the ROUSH front fascia with driving lights, chin spoiler, side rocker splitters, rear valence, rear deck-lid spoiler, and newly designed square exhaust tips. Interior enhancements include ROUSH leather seats with an embroidered Stage 3 logo, four-piece performance pedals, ROUSH illuminated sill plates, newly designed shifter ball in either black or white, and a new interior Stage 3 badge with the car's serial number engraved.

www.roushperformance.com

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